Sugarland Ranch

Jan. 30, 2010

ORGANIZATION: Sugarland Ranch, founded in 2001, is a nonprofit, community-based organization with a mission to further the human-animal bond.

Proceeds and donations support a military deployment program that provides boarding for dogs and cats for military personnel deployed to combat areas. Their pets stay at Sugarland Ranch for the duration of their time overseas with no cost or with a small donation.

The program is still in the works with the first dog named Hunter. Building materials requested will be used for creating a long-term environment for these animals.

Sugarland Ranch also runs a retirement home for older dogs and cats that are difficult to re-home and are at risk of euthanasia. Ongoing veterinary care is typically required for these pets. For more details, visit www.sugarlandranch.org.

HOW TO DONATE: All donations are applied directly to and for the animals. Material donations can be brought to the physical address or Sugarland volunteers can arrange pickup. Monetary donations can be made online at www.sugarlandranch.org or by sending a check. Credit cards can be taken by phone.

How to be listed: If you would like to submit a wish list from your charitable organization, nonprofit or school, e-mail a submission following today's format and digital image of the director to Maggie O'Neill at moneill@rgj.com.